University of Gottingen has uncovered a crucial function of antisense RNA (asRNA)
Antisense RNA plays a crucial role in gene expression by regulating the activity of specific genes
Antisense RNA serves as a “superhighway” for cellular transport, thereby speeding up gene expression
Antisense RNA binds with mRNA, facilitating its transport from the cell nucleus to the cytoplasm
This results in faster translation of mRNA into proteins compared to when antisense RNA is absent
Thus, antisense RNA acts as a “booster” for gene expression, which is crucial for cells, especially when facing harmful environmental conditions or stress